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Harlon Prince

Wartrace,TN

Summary

Proven leader in meat department management with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and profitability at Kroger. Skilled in meat cutting and merchandising strategies, coupled with exceptional team-building abilities. Increased department efficiency by implementing cost control measures and fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration.

Work History

Assistant Meat Mgr

Food City
  • Assisted in maintaining store-wide cleanliness standards by ensuring the meat department was clean, organized, and free of debris or spills.
  • Sold and displayed meat products to customers by advising on quality of food, method of handling and other factors affecting preparing, freezing and storage.
  • Trained meat department employees and supervised product placement, rotation, signage and display activities to foster positive customer experience.
  • Ordered and received products under direction of Meat Manager to maintain high quality and proper quantity.
  • Collaborated with store management to develop promotions, seasonal displays, and special events that appealed to customers'' preferences.
  • Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing food handling, storage, sanitation, weights and measures requirements in the meat department operations.
  • Contributed to team success by training new employees on department procedures, policies, and best practices.
  • Assisted in increasing sales by maintaining a well-stocked and visually appealing meat department.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and product recommendations.
  • Demonstrated expertise in cutting, trimming, grinding, and preparing meats according to established standards and customer requests.
  • Contributed to inventory management by accurately tracking stock levels, placing orders as needed, and conducting regular audits of product quality.
  • Maximized freshness of products through efficient organization of storage coolers based on temperature requirements for different types of meats.
  • Conducted regular inventories of stock and documented losses using Software.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.

Meat Deot Mgr

Kroger
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.

Education

Graduate - Basic

Shelbyville Central High
Shelbyville, TN
05.1987

Skills

  • Workplace safety
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Meat cutting
  • Merchandising strategies
  • Product rotation
  • Cost control
  • Cutting techniques
  • Sanitation standards
  • Staff leadership
  • Schedule management
  • Employee scheduling
  • Employee development
  • Schedule coordination
  • Inventory ordering
  • Cross-department collaboration
  • Pricing strategy
  • Ordering supplies
  • Supply ordering
  • Pricing
  • Loss prevention strategies
  • Temperature monitoring
  • Budget administration
  • Loss prevention policies
  • Promotion planning
  • Replenishment coordination
  • Merchandising management
  • Department activity logging
  • Positive attitude
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Computer skills
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Assistant Meat Mgr

Food City

Meat Deot Mgr

Kroger

Graduate - Basic

Shelbyville Central High
Harlon Prince